Band members included:
James Martin (guitars/vocals)
Octavio Olaje (vocals)
Tom Shelden (bass/vocals)
Mike Armenta (drums/vocals)
As was typical of traditional hardcore punk, early Malignus Youth songs featured fast tempos, 4/4 time, slow introductions followed by fast verse-chorus-verse, and lyrics with social relevance. However, as they developed their musical style, song tempos became even faster while maintaining impressive tightness and control. Shouted vocals (as per the punk tradition) developed into an elegant singing of unified harmonized melody. The traditional verse-chorus-verse structure was scrutinized and altered into even patterns, each with its own structure. Bass lines became more melodic and experimental. Guitar lines served to counterpoint the melodic basslines creating a musical point-counterpoint, perhaps at this point, unheard of in punk rock.
One feature that characterized later Malignus Youth was a rush of lyrics from Martin as Olaje sang in the background, which would be seamlessly "switched" so that Olaje sang in the foreground as Martin sang in the background. By taking turns on the lead lyrics, the impression would be created that a single singer was belting out ultra-fast lyrics without interruption.
Despite its relatively short existence, Malignus Youth is also noted by its unusually devoted fan base, even many years after their breakup.
EYES
Malignus Youth Lyrics
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I have to stop I can't believe my eyes
Broken homes, broken minds, bleeding hearts, tear stained eyes
I cry it's inconceivable the lies unbelievable
Every time I look for warmth
I have to stop I can't believe my eyes
Everyone is just as cold
The pain, inconceivable, their pride unbelievable
So many people can't see clearly out of their eyes
What ever happened to faith in God?
Every time I look at war
I have to stop I can't believe my eyes
Human beings, feeling life, blown to pieces right before our eyes
The crime inconceivable, lost lives, unbelievable
Propaganda on the news
I have to stop I can't believe my eyes
Politicians speaking out to masses with their glistening eyes
"Our plan was a great success!"
200,000 DEAD
Why so little happiness?
Why so much emptiness?
Why so much senselessness?
Why so many ugly lies?
What ever happened to faith in God?
The song "Eyes" by Malignus Youth is a powerful commentary on the brokenness and pain in our world. The singer expresses shock and disbelief at the things he sees around him every day, from broken homes and broken minds to the horrors of war and the lies of politicians. He is struck by the prevalence of tears and the absence of happiness and faith, asking again and again "What ever happened to faith in God?" The lyrics paint a picture of a world in which people are cold, cynical, and disconnected from one another, unable to see clearly or find meaning in their lives.
The song's message is a bleak one, but it also expresses a deep sense of empathy and compassion for those who are suffering. The singer's use of the word "inconceivable" emphasizes the sense of disbelief and shock that he feels at the things he witnesses, while the repetition of "unbelievable" underscores his frustration and sadness. The themes of brokenness and pain are universal, and the song speaks to the persistence of these issues throughout human history.
Overall, "Eyes" is a powerful and thought-provoking song that encourages listeners to reflect on the state of the world around them and to seek out hope and meaning in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
Every time I look around
Whenever I scan my surroundings
I have to stop I can't believe my eyes
It's overwhelming and unbelievable that impels me to freeze
Broken homes, broken minds, bleeding hearts, tear stained eyes
The misery of the lives around me, the shattered souls, the sorrowful hearts, the tearful eyes is incomprehensible
I cry it's inconceivable the lies unbelievable
I weep when I ponder over the deceitful acts which are beyond imagination
Every time I look for warmth
Whenever I crave comfort
Everyone is just as cold
No one seems to offer solace
I see it in their tear stained eyes
I can discern the pain in their weepy eyes
The pain, inconceivable, their pride unbelievable
The agony is unimaginable, and the absence of self-esteem is unbelievable
So many people can't see clearly out of their eyes
Numerous people are devoid of clear vision
What ever happened to faith in God?
Where has the trust in God disappeared?
Every time I look at war
Whenever I witness wars
Human beings, feeling life, blown to pieces right before our eyes
We can see people getting shattered and losing their lives in front of us
The crime inconceivable, lost lives, unbelievable
The atrocities are unthinkable, deaths are countless, and it's hard to accept
Propaganda on the news
The misleading information on media
I have to stop I can't believe my eyes
It makes me stop because it's too implausible
Politicians speaking out to masses with their glistening eyes
Rulers addressing the public with their shiny eyes
"Our plan was a great success!"
200,000 DEAD
They boast of their triumph, but it costs 200,000 lives
Why so little happiness?
What is the reason behind the scarcity of joy?
Why so much emptiness?
Why is there an abundance of emptiness?
Why so much senselessness?
Why are things so meaningless?
Why so many ugly lies?
Why are people resorting to deceitful acts?
What ever happened to faith in God?
Where has the trust in God disappeared?
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Leonard Martin
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